Manchester attack: Northumberland County Council opens a book of condolence

Posted at17:0424 May

Northumberland
County Council has opened a book of condolence following the terrorist attack
in Manchester.

It is available to sign at the reception area in County Hall, Morpeth.

Northumberland County Council

Book of condolence

The events in Manchester were truly shocking and I am sure I speak on behalf of everyone in Northumberland in sending our condolences to all those affected by these terrible events. We stand together with Manchester, the victims and their families. Terrorism will not win”.

An eight-second video of the incident - which took place on Sunday - shows the 21-year-old striking a man who is punching another man on the floor.

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Belgium international Denayer, who has been on loan with Sunderland this season, then left the scene in his car, which had been damaged by friends of the man he kicked, according to the player's agent.

Victory parade in South Shields postponed

South Shields Football Club has postponed its victory parade as a result of the Manchester terrorist attack.

The club says that following the tragic events it wants to postpone its celebrations to mark Sunday's FA Vase victory at Wembley.

In light of the tragic events in Manchester and devastating consequences on those affected, we believe that this is not the right time to stage a celebratory event. Our thoughts and prayers remain with the families and friends of the victims of this atrocity."

Manchester attack: Newton Aycliffe schoolgirl recovering from surgery

A County Durham schoolgirl is in hospital after being caught up in the terrorist attack in Manchester, her family has confirmed.

Laura Anderson, from Newton Aycliffe, had surgery last night to have shrapnel removed from her leg and shoulder, at Bolton Royal Infirmary.

The 15-year-old - who attends Woodham Academy - travelled to the Ariana Grande concert with her best friend and best friend’s parents, who were waiting for the teenagers outside when they heard the explosion.